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BUILDING COMMUNITIES WHERE CONNECTION ISN'T LEFT TO CHANCE
...because connection is a public health asset.
Through play, shared experiences, and intentional community, we're making meaningful human connection accessible, helping adults build friendships, strengthen well-being, and create healthier communities.
LIVE IMPACT DASHBOARD
Building a More Connected North Carolina
Intentional connection. Stronger well-being. Healthier communities.
Every milestone means more adults choosing connection over isolation
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OUR BIG GOAL
2500
MORE ADULTS CONNECTED
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PROVEN OUTCOMES (BASED ON MEMBER SURVEYS)
Real people. Real impact.
100%
Experienced a Sense of Belonging
88%
Felt Welcomed & Accepted
76%
Built Meaningful Relationships
58%
Stayed Connected Beyond Events
53%
Found a Strong
Support System
65%
Reported Positive
Life Impact
100%
Experienced Reduced Loneliness
53%
Would Find It Difficult
to Replace LGSRF
OUR STORY IN PICTURES
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OUR PUBLIC SCALE & SOCIAL MEDIA REACH
Real people. Real impact.
50,000+
Total Attendees
At Our Public Events
192
Experiences Created
Events, hikes, mixers, town halls, festivals & more
$650K+
Economic Impact
Reinvested into local businesses & communities
50+
Small Businesses Supported
Strengthening our local economy
35+
States
Have attended our public events
4
Countries
Have attended our public events
3.3M
Social Media Reach in the last 90 days FB & IG
Spreading connection, inspiration, and joy across the globe.
We've hosted events in 3 states: North Carolina, South Carolina, & Virginia
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WHY CONNECTION MATTERS
Loneliness is a public health crisis that we can't self-care our way out of,
We can't self-care our way out of isolation because humans are wired for connection.
The U.S. Surgeon General has identified social connection as a critical pillar of health alongside nutrition, physical activity, and sleep. Treat loneliness with the same urgency as physical illness.
Healthy social connections are linked to:
Longer, healthier lives
Better mental well-being
Lower stress
Improved physical health
Greater resilience during difficult times
Stronger, safer, and healthier communities
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OUR MEMBERS AT A GLANCE
Age Distribution
Age Group | % |
|---|---|
20–34 | 7.4% |
35–44 | 34.1% |
45-54 | 39.8% |
55-64 | 16.9% |
65+ | 1.8% |
Gender
Gender | % |
|---|---|
Women | 85.1% |
Men | 13.7% |
Nonbinary / Other | 1.2% |
Where Our Members Live
Region | % |
|---|---|
Wake County | 57.7% |
Durham County | 11.1% |
Johnston County | 4.0% |
Cumberland County | 1.9% |
Unknown Counties | 5.5% |
Other NC Communities | 19.9% |
Nearly 75% of our active members are between the ages of 40 and $9.
85% identify as women.
Members live across North Carolina, with the largest concentration in the Triangle and growing participation statewide.
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ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT
$13,164
Total Member Investment
$242
Member Giving
Our annual membership helps sustain a thriving community where adults can build meaningful relationships year-round.
Membership supports:
Volunteer training and leadership
Community gatherings
Investing in the Culture of Connection.
Volunteer leadership
Smail group experiences
Member resources and support
Community platform
Affordable access to programs and experiences
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LIVE COMMUNITY ACTIVITY (UPOATED AUTOMATICALLY)
1,788
Community
Check-Ins
Happening right now!
192
Community Experiences
Created and delivered!
Updated automatically . Real-time community impact
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THE POWER OF VOLUNTEERS
4700+
Volunteer Hours Contributed
Thank you to our amazing volunteers who make connection possible every day.
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